Snowflakes look especially magical fluttering across a picturesque winter landscape. They are a welcome sight on a mountainous ski field and are really quite mesmerizing inside an ornamental snow globe. But a flurry of ‘flakes’ of a different kind scattered on our shoulders and clinging to our hair is definitely not a sight to behold.
There are many ways to reduce and control unsightly dandruff quickly – but not all of them are safe, gentle, effective and free from harmful chemicals.
What causes dandruff?
Dandruff can be caused by a number of conditions, but most commonly:
- a dry, flaky scalp, which is usually itchy too
- skin sensitivity to chemicals found in some hair care products
- seborrheic dermatitis, a common skin disorder which affects the scalp
- other skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema
- a yeast overgrowth
The white flakes are an over-abundance of dead skin cells from the scalp, shedding at an excessive rate. Dandruff can also be a sign of hormonal imbalance or underlying health issues, but often it is relatively easy to control using the right products.
Will natural products control dandruff?
Natural haircare products such as those made by Natural Instinct will help to control dandruff without the use of harmful chemical ingredients which can leave your scalp even more irritated.
Natural Instinct’s Anti-Dandruff Shampoo and Conditioner duo contains powerful botanic ingredients such as Tea Tree Oil which has antimicrobial properties, and Thyme Oil which is a soothing antibacterial oil effective at inhibiting bacterial growth. They are free from over 400 man-made synthetic chemicals and pH balanced.
The sulphate-free shampoo is a natural solution to a flaky scalp and leaves your hair clean and nourished. The Anti-Dandruff Conditioner also contains Tea Tree Oil and Thyme Oil along with Soybean Biolipid Complex. This nurturing plant-powered ingredient contains linoleic acid for intensive conditioning resulting in soft, shiny hair with no embarrassing avalanches when you shake your head.
Can you shampoo daily if you have dandruff?
Managing dandruff can be a nightmare regardless of whether your hair and scalp are dry or oily.
When you have a dry scalp and dry hair, daily shampooing is not recommended. But the temptation to wash away those annoying flaky invaders is strong! So what’s the solution? Cleansing with the botanically-sourced Natural Instinct Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, because it is safe to use on a daily basis.
Gentle cleansing with this sulphate-free shampoo is an effective and natural method of controlling a dry, flaky scalp. Its botanic ingredients leave your hair as fresh and nourished as a spring garden.
Team it with the Anti-Dandruff Conditioner which also contains Tea Tree Oil and Thyme Oil along with Soybean Biolipid Complex. This nurturing plant-powered ingredient contains linoleic acid for intensive conditioning resulting in soft, shiny hair.
Daily shampooing of oily hair can stimulate the scalp and potentially increase oil production. But a cleansing system which doesn’t lather excessively due to its sulphate-free properties is gentle enough for daily use on an oily scalp too.
How to use anti-dandruff shampoo
The Natural Instinct Anti-Dandruff Shampoo should be massaged into a wet scalp and hair then left for two to three minutes before rinsing out. Repeat as required. Use at least a 50c piece each time.
For a double-edged approach to dandruff control, use it in tandem with the Anti-Dandruff Conditioner which should also be left in for two to three minutes before rinsing.
Regular use should see a thaw in the snowy conditions and a sunny forecast ahead!
For more information visit naturalinstinct.com.au